Universal AC/DC motors trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in universal ac/dc motors was worth $1.33 billion in 2024, about 157.1 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 1% since 2017, and down 6% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1.33B | 157.1K t |
| 2023 | $1.41B | 176.3K t |
| 2022 | $1.42B | 169.2K t |
| 2021 | $1.56B | 161.0K t |
| 2020 | $1.33B | 196.1K t |
| 2019 | $1.30B | 270.6K t |
| 2018 | $1.41B | 371.9K t |
| 2017 | $1.34B | 447.3K t |
Top universal ac/dc motors exporting countries
China is the largest exporter with 34% of world exports, followed by the United States and Italy. The top three supply 48% between them, out of 152 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| China | $458.0M | 35% |
| United States | $102.8M | 7.7% |
| Italy | $82.6M | 6.2% |
| Germany | $64.6M | 4.9% |
| Vietnam | $58.4M | 4.4% |
| Slovenia | $58.3M | 4.4% |
| Japan | $57.0M | 4.3% |
| Mexico | $47.4M | 3.6% |
| Switzerland | $33.5M | 2.5% |
| Singapore | $32.2M | 2.4% |
| United Kingdom | $31.7M | 2.4% |
| France | $31.6M | 2.4% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 16% of world imports, ahead of Germany and Malaysia. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 26% across 206 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $216.9M | 16% |
| Germany | $66.5M | 5% |
| Malaysia | $57.5M | 4.3% |
| Poland | $53.8M | 4.1% |
| Romania | $49.5M | 3.7% |
| Vietnam | $46.8M | 3.5% |
| India | $46.6M | 3.5% |
| Italy | $42.5M | 3.2% |
| Mexico | $40.4M | 3.1% |
| Netherlands | $39.6M | 3% |
| Canada | $39.0M | 2.9% |
| Ukraine | $38.4M | 2.9% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $8.45 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $25.76 per kg and Vietnam $3.31 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind Universal AC/DC motors (HS 8501.20) importers and exporters, worldwide: companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 8501.20: Electric motors: universal AC/DC of an output exceeding 37.5W. HS 8501 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most universal ac/dc motors?
China exported $458.0 million in 2024, 34% of the world total, followed by the United States (8%) and Italy (6%). In all, 152 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most universal ac/dc motors?
The United States imported $216.9 million in 2024, 16% of world imports, ahead of Germany (5%) and Malaysia (4%). The top three importers together take 26%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in universal ac/dc motors?
It was worth $1.33 billion in 2024, about 157.1 thousand tonnes. That is a fall of 1% since 2017. The peak year was 2021 at $1.56 billion. 152 countries reported exports and 206 reported imports.
What is the average price of universal ac/dc motors per kg?
The world average declared value was about $8.45 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, the United States averaged $25.76 per kg and Vietnam $3.31 per kg, so grade and origin matter. It is total declared value divided by total weight, so treat it as a benchmark, not a quote.
What is the HS code for universal ac/dc motors?
The HS code for universal ac/dc motors is subheading 8501.20, in chapter 85 (electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 8501 page.
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